Har Ki Doon Trek for nature lovers and escapists
Har Ki Dun Trek is one of the most scenic treks amongst all the Uttarakhand treks. Especially famous for its massive open lush green valleys, Har Ki Dun Trekking offers a splendid leisure walk through the viridescent valley in the summers. Though the trek is offered all around the year except monsoon, summers are the ideal time to enjoy the more vibrant colors of the landscape.
Appears as a cradle-shaped valley, Har Ki Dun Trek Height of 11,700 ft. is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and alpine greenery. Moreover it lies in the centre of Govind Ballabh Pant National Park, making it the most stunning trekking locations. If you ask us, it’s the best exhibit of Uttarakhand exceptional natural beauty.
The breathtaking vistas on Har Ki Dun trek route map is a must visit spot for nature lovers and escapists. One of India’s most picturesque locations, it offers a variety of trekking trips.
The Hanging Wonder of Har Ki Dun Trip
Har Ki Dun trip package covers the hanging village of Oslo that is famous for its Someshwar Devta temple (Lord Shiva)! The villagers of Oslo are always happy about two other things. One is that their village is in the Himalayas and the second, that they enjoy the facility of satellite phones. More towards the Chilurgad you pass from the famous spot of the confluence of Thamasa and Ruinsara River.
Har Ki Dun Valley Trek & Trekking
Trekking in Har Ki Dun connects to visit many mythological spots from Hindu mythology. Some connected to Mahabharata and the Pandava brothers seeking path to heaven. Some takes you to Duryodhan Temple, the villain of Mahabharata but God to the ancestors (as well as locals) of Oslo.
The Best of Har Ki Dun Tour Package
On the exploration day of Har Ki Dun Tour package, you can have an open view of the grounds below the Swargarohini peak. Not only this, Har Ki Dun valley offers a great view of untouched valleys in the far lands of Garhwal Himalayas. The vast green meadow of Har Ki Dun will amaze you with its beauty, you will be wishing not to go back from the spot. This will be the day of the trek where you will be willing more to stay, explore, and spend enough time with the magic of the valley with Moustache Escapes.
Har Ki Dun Trek Itinerary
Day 1: Dehradun to Sankri
Altitude: 6,455 ft.
Drive: 6-7 hrs. (187 km)
Meals: Dinner
Stay: Stay at a guesthouse on a sharing basis.
Reach Sankri, taking a shared cab from Dehradun (8-9 am).
Ride by the Yamuna River (approx. 7 hrs), to reach Sankri. It’s the base camp for Kedarkantha Trek, Bali Pass Trek, etc.
Check in to Sankri guest house, rest, and explore nearby on your own.
Have your meal at 8.30 pm and retire for the day.
Day 2: Drive to Taluka and Trek to Ghanghad
Altitude: 6,455 ft. to 8,160 ft.
Drive: 12 km
Trek: 10 km
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Evening Snacks – Dinner
Stay: Stay in tents on a double / triple sharing basis.
Wake up for breakfast (around 8 am). Later, get transferred to Taluka- trek starting point.
A few km into the trek cross a small stream through a Cemented bridge, then another stream through a wooden bridge.
A couple of hours into the trek, take a halt at Someshwar Devta temple and start again.
The trail ascends, view the confluence of Thamasa & Ruinsara River, Few more meters to the campsite, and enjoy a view of the snow-capped Dhauladhar range.
Rest, have your evening snacks, have dinner and retire for the day.
Day 3: Ghanghad to Kalkatiyadhar
Altitude: 8,160 ft. to 9,922 ft.
Trek: 7 km
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Evening Snacks – Dinner
Stay: Stay in tents on a double / triple sharing basis.
Wake up, have breakfast and later trek towards the wooden bridge dividing the valley.
Have the first view of Har ki Dun and Hata Peak, once you cross pine & rhododendron forest, river streams and mountain bends.
Cross the boulder section and reach the campsite area near the Thamasa River.
Enjoy your evening with snacks followed by dinner and good sleep.
Day 4: Kalkatiyadhar to Har Ki Dun and back to Kalkatiyadhar
Altitude: 9,922 ft. to 11,700 ft. and back to 9,922 ft.
Trek: 6 km
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Evening Snacks – Dinner
Stay: Stay in tents on a double / triple sharing basis.
Today you’ll trek the Himalayas Har Ki Dun Valley. Pack essential only, leaving rest at campsite.
Bless your eyes with the vast view of the ground below Swargarohini peak.
After spending enough time at Har Ki Dun, retrace your way back to the campsite.
Enjoy your dinner and rest.
Day 5: Kalkatiyadhar to Ghanghad
Altitude: 9,922 ft. to 8,160 ft.
Trek: 7 km
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Evening Snacks – Dinner
Stay: Stay in tents on a double / triple sharing basis.
Head back to Ghanghad campsite, post breakfast.
Cross the steep boulders section, followed by meadows with pine, walnut, and cedar trees.
Reach campsite for evening snacks watching the sunset.
Have dinner and retire for the day.
Day 6: Ghanghad to Taluka and drive to Sankri
Altitude: 8,160 ft. to 6,455 ft.
Drive: 12 km
Trek: 10 km
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Evening Snacks – Dinner
Stay: Stay in guesthouses on a sharing basis
Have breakfast and trek to the start base point (Sankri).
Cross the same cemented and wooden bridge from Day 2 to reach Taluka.
Take the shared cab from Taluka to Sankri.
Have your meals & snacks at respective times and then rest.
Day 7: Sankri to Dehradun
Meal: Breakfast
Drive: 187 km (6-7 hrs.)
Wake up to a fresh morning, have your breakfast.
Ride back to Dehradun (reach around 6 pm).With a heavy heart, bid goodbye to Har ki Dun Trek Uttarakhand.
Things to Carry on Har ki Dun Trek Package
1. Shirts / T-shirts –2/3, Jeans / Trekking Pants -2
2. Windproof jacket of decent quality (no flimsy wind cheaters please!) preferably with a hood
3. Warm and thick Fleece / Full-sleeve Woollen sweater
4. Thermal inner wear (upper & lower), Scarf / muffler (optional)
5. Woollen cap, Woollen gloves, Woollen socks & regular socks (3-4 pairs)
6. Comfortable Trekking / Hiking shoes (Waterproof shoes with a thick sole are recommended)
7. Lightweight floaters / sandals / slippers
8. Raincoat / Poncho, Small quick dry towel
9. Water bottle (sturdy ones, no empty Bisleri bottles!!)
10. Cap / Hat to keep the strong sun away from your face
11. Sun glasses (polarized / UV Protected), Walking stick / Trekking pole
12. Sunscreen Lotion, Lip Balm, Torch / Flashlight (with extra batteries)
13. Medicines, if requiring any specific medication
14. Personal toiletries
15. Day pack / small bag in case if you are planning to offload your regular backpack
16. Hand Sanitizer17. Extra face masks.
